Master of Science in Agricultural Economics (AgEcon)
An internationally oriented, research-based Master’s programme in agricultural economics with a focus on sustainability and global policy.
Best for:Best for graduates in agricultural sciences, business administration, or related fields with strong quantitative skills and an interest in global agricultural policy, sustainability, and interdisciplinary research.
Overview
The Master of Science in Agricultural Economics at the University of Hohenheim is a research-intensive programme designed for students seeking expertise in the economic, agricultural, and policy dimensions of global food systems. Taught entirely in English, this programme integrates theoretical frameworks with practical applications, emphasizing sustainability, social justice, and international development. Students engage in quantitative and qualitative research methods, interdisciplinary analysis, and real-world case studies, preparing them for diverse careers in academia, government, NGOs, and private sector roles. The programme is DAAD-funded, offering full scholarships for outstanding applicants from developing countries, and fosters an international learning environment with a strong alumni network.
What you'll do
- Develop and apply theoretical and empirical economic models to analyze agricultural and food systems.
- Conduct research on sustainability, policy, and trade in global agricultural markets using quantitative and qualitative methods.
- Participate in group discussions, seminars, and case studies to solve real-world agricultural and economic challenges.
- Complete a Master’s thesis in the second year, focusing on a specialized topic within agricultural economics.
- Engage in interdisciplinary collaboration to address complex systems in agriculture and rural development.
- Present research findings and participate in academic and professional conferences.
Requirements
Degree required: A Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Sciences, Business Administration and Economics, or a related field with a minimum of 3 years of study (180 ECTS credits).
Degree offered: Master of Science (MSc)
Language: English; IELTS Academic 6.5 or TOEFL iBT 90 (or equivalent).
Instruction: English
- Strong quantitative and analytical skills, including proficiency in microeconomics and statistics (minimum 6 ECTS credits).
- Proven ability to conduct research using empirical methods.
- Excellent English language proficiency (B2 level or equivalent).
- Basic IT skills for data analysis and modeling.
- Ability to work collaboratively in intercultural teams.
- Applicants must have an above-average Bachelor’s degree or prove special aptitude if the average grade is not above average.
- No German language skills required.
- Applicants from non-EU countries must complete a mandatory AgEcon pre-test before the application deadline.
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How to apply
Deadline: 15 March (non-EU applicants) / 15 September (EU applicants) (Europe/Berlin)
Applicants must complete the mandatory AgEcon pre-test before the deadline. Submit an online application via the University of Hohenheim’s application portal, including academic transcripts, proof of English proficiency, and the pre-test results. Non-EU applicants apply between 16 November and 15 March; EU applicants apply between 1 April and 15 September.
- Bachelor’s degree certificate and transcripts (180 ECTS minimum)
- Proof of English proficiency (IELTS/TOEFL or equivalent)
- Proof of 6 ECTS credits in microeconomics and statistics
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Motivation letter
- Passport-sized photograph
- AgEcon pre-test results (mandatory but not graded)
- Proof of special aptitude (if applicable)
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